# West End Academy — Pontefract, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mr C Johnson

## Contact

- **Address:** Regent Street Hemsworth Pontefract WF9 4QJ
- **Phone:** 01924 967617
- **Website:** https://www.west-endacademy.org
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/pontefract/west-end-academy-15037

## About

West End Academy is an exceptional place for children to learn. We want all of the children at West End Academy to love learning, make outstanding progress and reach their potential. By offering a rich and diverse curriculum, we are constantly striving to provide the highest quality learning opportunities which engage, challenge and inspire all our pupils.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — May 2015
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — May 2015

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — An Outstanding School Community: We're so happy with our experience at West End Academy. The school's values of 'aim high, achieve together and embrace difference' really resonate with us, and the staff have been incredibly supportive of our child's needs. The school's events and activities, such as the WW2 Time Travellers program, have been wonderful and engaging for the children. *(Oct 2022)*
- **5/5** — Exceptional School - Highly Recommended!: I have been impressed with the facilities at West End Academy, especially the outdoor play area and sports facilities. The staff are always friendly and approachable, and the values of 'aim high, achieve together and embrace difference' really shine through. My child has made great progress and I couldn't be happier with their experience. Well done West End Academy! *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Great Place for Children to Learn: I have fond memories of my time at West End Academy as a parent. The teachers were dedicated and passionate about their work, and my child thrived in their care. The school's commitment to diversity and inclusion is also something to be proud of. If I had any criticism it would be that the school dinners could be improved, but overall a great experience. *(Jun 2022)*
- **4/5** — Great School, a Few Minor Issues: We moved to the area recently and West End Academy has been a great choice for us. The staff are friendly and the facilities are excellent. My child loves the after-school clubs and the school's emphasis on creativity and imagination. However, on a few occasions we've experienced some communication breakdowns between teachers and parents, which has been frustrating. *(Feb 2022)*

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